French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Casket, Circa 1890–1910, Belle Époque period France blending economic theory with sharp

blending economic theory with sharp social critique

Its purpose: to translate Carl Linnaeus’s groundbreaking classification system into a richly illustrated

Original 19th-century drawing of Merchiston Castle

and conditions

richly decorated with Neoclassical motifs

French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Casket, Circa 1890–1910, Belle Époque period France blending economic theory with sharpFrench Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Casket Circa 18901910, Belle poque period France A beautifully refined French trinket casket combining heavy cut crystal with finely cast gilt bronze, capturing the elegance and storytelling of the Belle poque in miniature form. The octagonal crystal body is sharply cut with beveled panels and a thick faceted base, giving it both weight and brilliance. It is mounted in gilt bronze ormolu, detailed with a